Controls Engineer for Material Handling

This position would be responsible for the electrical control system design of our conveyor solutions, programming PLCs, troubleshooting, and/or installations. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected in day to day work. Travel might be required. The position is based in Spruce Pine, North Carolina.

Responsibilities

• Own the electrical portion and the concept engineering through our implementation.
• Design control systems in support of conveying applications where specific features of conveyor equipment are enhanced (enabled) by electronic controls.
• Independently write, implement, document and debug software for controls systems including field devices such as photoeyes, shaft encoders, barcode scanners, solenoids, scales, etc…
• Independently design in CAD electrical control panel layouts, bills of materials and schematics
• Execute budgeting, estimating and pricing of control systems per project or proposal scope.
• Manage procurement of electrical and control components for control systems.
• Oversee value engineering of design, components and materials.
• Manage and in-plant installation and commissioning of control systems in conjunction with equipment installations or leads project commissioning and troubleshooting of field installations
• Create documentation and training materials for all potential users including but not limited to our own engineers, suppliers, and subcontractors.
• Conduct in-plant troubleshooting of our control systems.
• Complete assigned projects to quality standards, on time, and within budget.
• Interface with a global team of like-minded professionals.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree required in Computer Programming, Engineering or other related field.
• Programming experience – 1-4 years related experience preferred
• Expertise in industrial control circuit design
• Proficient in configuring PLC’s, HMI’s, computers, networks, cameras and variable frequency drives which are used to control sorter, conveyors, and other related equipment
• Proficient in AutoCad LT for control circuit development or similar experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills. Mastery of English language.
• Willingness and ability to train Equipment builders.
• Work in a team environment; acceptance of established standards.
• Understanding of mechanical systems; willingness to work with hand tools.
• Ability and willingness to travel if needed and work weekends holidays and overtime when required.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience programming in Rockwell Logix500 and Logix5000 processors using RsLogix500 and Studio5000 programming software
• Proficient programming Siemens S7-1200 processors using TIA Portal V13.

EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled

Industry

• Machinery

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Functions

• Engineering